The Details:
It's 63 at the house. I had the opportunity yesterday to sign up for the Maldives Dive Trip in February 2026. I'm a little nervous but it's better than being left behind. Going on this liveaboard is more of a portal and less than a rabbit hole. The decision to go on this Dive Trip provides me many opportunities for growth as I face my fears.
The Practice:
I started on The Deck with my trusty training partners; Echo and nature! I did a full round of The 10+ tuned into relaxed balance, abdominal breathing (through the nose).
Next I went out to my main practice area and did a Round (right side). I used a metronome set at 60 BPM with two tones (downbeat and upbeat) to help with the Start and Stop of the Postures.
I did 12 beats of Stillness at the end of the Round.
Next I did Standing (PT) and Healing Qigong.
Next I did Changes 5-8 (both sides) of Yin Style Baguazhang 8 Linking Set. This set is feeling better and better as I continue to practice it more regularly. The practice of this Set feels really good. I'm noticing an uptick in my Relaxed Balance (Zhong Ding) during the Kick Up sequences.
Next I did a round of Anyo Tatlo focused on using a light body and more air during the Progressive Stepping sequences.
Next I did a round of Seiunchin Kata tuned into lower stances and more pop and focus in all the techniques.
Next I did a round of Taiji Dao using a wooden broadsword. Tuned into the timing of my steps and techniques.
Next I did a round of Pa-Kua Knife. I'm making progress with the sequence. Yay!
I finished with Healing Qigong as I was returning to the house to journal today's practice.
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